Air Fryer Frozen Steak
With this quick and easy Air Fryer Frozen Steak recipe, you’ll master the art of making a juicy steak straight from the freezer! Learn how to achieve a beautifully browned crust with a tender and juicy inside using your air fryer or Ninja Foodi.
Can i cook a frozen steak in the air fryer? Yes, a frozen steak can be cooked in the air fryer without thawing or defrosting using your air fryer in just 20 minutes or less!
🐄Best Steak For Air Fryer
Make sure you have the right cut of steak to air fry. Tough cuts of meat such as chuck steak, round steak, or brisket will not do well. The best steak for air fryer is a more tender cut of meat.
- New York strip steak
- Ribeye steak
- T-bone steak
- Filet mignon
- Porterhouse steak
- Flank steak
- Top sirloin steak
🥩How To Air Fry Frozen Steak
1️⃣Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes. If you have a Ninja Foodi, you’ll want to use the air crisp function.
2️⃣Season the steak: Coat the steak with olive oil or cooking spray, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder or your favorite seasoning.
3️⃣Add frozen steak to the air fryer: Place the frozen steak in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 20 minutes. You may need to cook for an additional minute or two if your steak is thicker than 1 inch.
4️⃣Flip the steak: After 10 minutes, remove the basket from the air fryer and flip the steak over. Cook for an additional five to ten minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
5️⃣Rest the steak: Remove the cooked steak from the air fryer and place it on a plate or cutting board. Allow the steak to rest for three to five minutes before cutting. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak.
6️⃣Serve: Slice and serve the air-fried steak with your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!
🥷🏻Frozen Steak In Ninja Foodi Grill
The Ninja Foodi Grill is a useful kitchen gadget that works as a grill, air fryer, and oven all in one and is hands down my favorite kitchen appliance! It’s great for cooking frozen steak because it quickly heats up and cooks the steak evenly, giving you a nicely seared outside and a juicy inside.
It’s easy to use, lets you set the temperature just how you like it, and you don’t need to thaw the steak first. Plus, it’s healthier since you use less oil, and cleaning up afterwards is much easier than using the stovetop with a skillet.
⏲️Best Time & Temperature for Frozen Steak
How long to cook frozen steak in air fryer depends on how thick your steak is and how well your air fryer heats. For best results, start with this temperature guide and use a digital kitchen thermometer to gauge the internal temperature.
| Steak Thickness | Rare (375F) | Medium (375F) | Well Done (375F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 inch | 16 minutes | 18 minutes | 20 minutes |
| 1 inch | 16 minutes | 18 minutes | 20 minutes |
| 2 inches | 16 minutes | 18 minutes | 20 minutes |
Frozen steak can be cooked sous vide, too! Sous Vide Frozen Steak.
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- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breast
- Air Fryer Frozen Pork Chops
- Air Fryer Frozen Hot Dogs
- Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
- Air Fryer Frozen Crab Cakes
- Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
- Air Fryer Frozen Sausage Patties
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Legs
- Air Fryer Frozen Bratwurst
- Air Fryer Frozen Turkey Burgers and Beef Burgers
Air Fryer Frozen Steak
Equipment
- air fryer or Ninja Foodi
Ingredients
- 8 oz Steak or other cut, FROZEN
- 1 tsp Cooking Oil
- ¼ tsp Sea Salt
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes. If you have a Ninja Foodi, you’ll want to use the air crisp function.
- Coat the steak with olive oil or cooking spray, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder or your favorite seasoning.
- Place the frozen steak in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 20 minutes. You may need to cook for an additional minute or two if your steak is thicker than 1 inch.
- After 10 minutes, remove the basket from the air fryer and flip the steak over. Cook for an additional five to ten minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
- Remove the cooked steak from the air fryer and place it on a plate or cutting board. Allow the steak to rest for three to five minutes before cutting. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak.
- Slice and serve the air-fried steak with your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!
